Master of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure)

You will learn advanced structural and geotechnical civil engineering, developing the skills to:
 

• apply and synthesise civil engineering theories in solving practical infrastructure problems 
• create and design models to be used in infrastructure design and analysis 
• adapt data analysis methods at an advanced level
• utilise advanced modelling techniques to solve a range of practical problems in civil engineering
• develop advanced skills to communicate with civil engineering and related professionals

Through the electives available, you can choose to focus extensively on project management and leadership as part of this degree. Also key to the degree is the development and application of research methods and skills. These will be invaluable when you begin work on your master thesis.

Our UniSA STEM Professional Practice Program allows you to apply the skills and knowledge you've acquired throughout your degree in real-world settings.

Degree structure

FIRST YEAR
 

• Soil Mechanics
• Steel and Timber Design
• Research Data Analysis
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Reinforced Concrete Design
• Advanced Soil Mechanics

SECOND YEAR
 

• Engineering Masters Industrial Experience
• Engineering and Environmental Masters Design Project
• Masters Research Theory and Practice
• Masters Research Project
• Project Leadership and Teams

• Applicants must have successfully completed a Bachelor degree in civil engineering or a related discipline. A related discipline may be other four-year duration engineering or science degrees depending on the specialisation selected.
• Applicants who have successfully completed an Engineers Australia/Washington Accord accredited Bachelor degree in civil engineering, or a Graduate Certificate in civil engineering, are eligible to enter the program with 0.5 EFTSL Advanced Standing and complete the program in 1.5 years of full-time study or equivalent part-time study.
• Applicants who have successfully completed an Engineers Australia/Washington Accord accredited Honours degree in civil engineering, or a Graduate Diploma in civil engineering, are eligible to enter the program with 1.0 EFTSL Advanced Standing and complete the program in 1 year of full-time study or equivalent part-time study.
• Applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirements, will be assessed on a case by case basis by the Program Director.

English language entry requirements

In addition to meeting academic entry requirements, international students who speak English as a second or additional language must also meet the University's English language entry requirements. The minimum language requirements for this program are:

English language test
 

• IELTS total [6.5]
• IELTS reading [6.0]
• IELTS writing [6.0]

FEES 

AUD$ 38,800 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL)

There are a wide range of career options for highly qualified engineers, with employment opportunities in engineering consulting firms, construction companies, and local, state and federal government. You could consider:
 

• engineering project manager: ensuring projects are completed according to project plans; managing project team resources; scheduling, preparation and resource forecasting for engineering and other technical activities; managing vendors and suppliers
• engineering operations manager: supervising and leading teams of engineers, scientists and technicians who work on projects; overseeing production and quality control; directing operations, testing and maintenance; planning and scheduling, client consulting, budgetary responsibilities
• civil engineer: responsible for the design, construction and testing of physical infrastructure; assesses the impact of large scale projects on the environment
• structural engineer: works with architects, builders, mechanical, electrical and chemical engineers to make sure all parts of a structure are safe and fit for purpose; makes sure materials are used efficiently and appropriately